1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Jazz | 307 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
